Throughout the year, the Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce hosts a number of events that highlight our members and community. Chamber events like Lobsterfest, Tastefest, and more have earned an outstanding reputation for providing the highest quality service and top-notch experience to other companies and the community. Learn about our different events happening throughout the year and find out how your business can get involved.
Special Events
We host a number of special events throughout the year focused on building our community and growing relationships. Stay up to date with the latest happenings by visiting our Chamber calendar.
Special Events
We host a number of special events throughout the year focused on building our community and growing relationships. Stay up to date with the latest happenings by visiting our Chamber calendar.
Chairman’s Ball
Annual gala honoring the outgoing Chairman of the Board, as well as the small and large business of the year and more. The evening includes dinner, dancing, and a casino. Committee members help with decorations, soliciting auction items, selling tickets, volunteers, and more.
Tastefest
Enjoy food and beverages from more than 40 vendors all under one roof! Tastefest takes place in early June each year at the Lone Star Convention Center. Come be part of one of the largest events the Chamber puts on. Committee members help with soliciting food vendors, selling tickets, volunteers and more.
ATHENA Leadership Award Luncheon
The ATHENA Leadership Award is presented to a woman who is honored for professional excellence, community service, and for actively assisting women in their attainment of professional excellence and leadership skills. This summer event includes a luncheon with guest speakers. Committee members help with soliciting sponsors and selling tickets and well as help with the nominations of the award winner.
Lobsterfest
Golf, Grub, and Good Times! In early October, we start the event on a Thursday evening and savor fresh Maine Lobster flown in that day, perfectly cooked steak and fixings at the Lone Star Convention Center. Mingle with friends, co-workers, family, and the community while checking out the silent and live auctions. The next day, tee off for a fun day of golf at one of our outstanding member golf clubs.
Hail & Farewell Elected Officials Reception
This event brings business, government, and civic leaders to connect and celebrate the coming of the new year. Mix and mingle with elected officials and fellow leaders as we celebrate the progress made in our community. This is a come-and-go event with light appetizers and drinks. A short program is included at the event.
Chairman’s Ball
Annual gala honoring the outgoing Chairman of the Board, as well as the small and large business of the year and more. The evening includes dinner, dancing, and a casino. Committee members help with decorations, soliciting auction items, selling tickets, volunteers, and more.
Tastefest
Enjoy food and beverages from more than 40 vendors all under one roof! Tastefest takes place in early June each year at the Lone Star Convention Center. Come be part of one of the largest events the Chamber puts on. Committee members help with soliciting food vendors, selling tickets, volunteers and more.
ATHENA Leadership Award Luncheon
The ATHENA Leadership Award is presented to a woman who is honored for professional excellence, community service, and for actively assisting women in their attainment of professional excellence and leadership skills. This summer event includes a luncheon with guest speakers. Committee members help with soliciting sponsors and selling tickets and well as help with the nominations of the award winner.
Lobsterfest
Golf, Grub, and Good Times! In early October, we start the event on a Thursday evening and savor fresh Maine Lobster flown in that day, perfectly cooked steak and fixings at the Lone Star Convention Center. Mingle with friends, co-workers, family, and the community while checking out the silent and live auctions. The next day, tee off for a fun day of golf at one of our outstanding member golf clubs.
Hail & Farewell Elected Officials Reception
This event brings business, government, and civic leaders to connect and celebrate the coming of the new year. Mix and mingle with elected officials and fellow leaders as we celebrate the progress made in our community. This is a come-and-go event with light appetizers and drinks. A short program is included at the event.
Networking Events
Networking is key to developing and growing your business. While every Chamber event is an opportunity to expand your network, the Chamber provides multiple opportunities each month in a structured networking environment.
Networking Events
Networking is key to developing and growing your business. While every Chamber event is an opportunity to expand your network, the Chamber provides multiple opportunities each month in a structured networking environment.
Morning Mingle / Coffee Network in Montgomery
These aren’t your typical relationship-building events! Build your web of business contacts, share information about your services and products, increase your bottom line, and do it in an entertaining environment. Be sure to make sure to bring a stack of business cards and information about products or services ready to share. These events are always entertaining and highly productive. The Morning Mingle takes place every second Thursday of each month at a different location, while Coffee Network in Montgomery is the first Wednesday of each month at the Chick-fil-A in Montgomery. Registration is required.
Fun After Five
Fun After Five gives Conroe Lake Conroe Chamber members the opportunity to connect with one another, exchange ideas and learn about each other’s organizations, while visiting new places of business! Enjoy free food and drinks while building your relationships. Fun After Five takes place every third Thursday of the month from 5:05 – 6:30 pm. Each month the event is hosted by one of our Chamber members. If you are interested in hosting one of these events, contact our Director of Membership, Gigi Peacock.
Young Professionals Networking
The Chambers Young Professionals Network offers quarterly networking opportunities at local establishments, giving those under 40 a venue for socializing and building professional relationships.
Morning Mingle
This is not your typical relationship-building event! Build your web of business contacts, share information about your services and products, increase your bottom line and do it in an entertaining environment. Be sure to make sure to bring a stack of business cards and information about products or services ready to share. These events are always entertaining and highly productive. The Morning Mingle takes place every second Thursday each month. Registration is required.
Fun After Five
Fun After Five gives Conroe Lake Conroe Chamber members the opportunity to connect with one another, exchange ideas and learn about each other’s organizations, while visiting new places of business! Enjoy free food and drinks while building your relationships. Fun After Five takes place every third Thursday of the month from 5:05 – 6:30 pm. Each month the event is hosted by one of our Chamber members. If you are interested in hosting one of these events, contact our Director of Membership, Beth Shelton.
Young Professionals Networking
The Chambers Young Professionals Network offers quarterly networking opportunities at local establishments, giving those under 40 a venue for socializing and building professional relationships.
Professional Development Events
Capitalizing on the expertise within the Chamber’s membership and the larger community, C/LCCC provides regular opportunities to learn and grow. The Chamber surveys its members to ensure that the topics are relevent and the outcomes are actionable for all those in attendance.
Professional Development Events
Capitalizing on the expertise within the Chamber’s membership and the larger community, C/LCCC provides regular opportunities to learn and grow. The Chamber surveys its members to ensure that the topics are relevent and the outcomes are actionable for all those in attendance.
Lunch & Learns / Workshops
Lunch & Learns (hour-long sessions held during the noon-1 p.m. lunch hour) cover topics such as marketing, human resources, legal issues, health & safety, etc.). Quarterly workshops (generally 1.5-2 hours in the morning) go deeper into topics of concern to members.
Young Professionals Network (YPN)
For those members under 40, YPN gives a unique opportunity to engage in professional development that is tailored to a younger audience. These sessions are held on a quarterly basis, covering topics such as mentoring, successful networking, managing others, and overcoming workplace biases against younger professionals.
Lunch & Learns / Workshops
Lunch & Learns (hour-long sessions held during the noon-1 p.m. lunch hour) cover topics such as marketing, human resources, legal issues, health & safety, etc.). Quarterly workshops (generally 1.5-2 hours in the morning) go deeper into topics of concern to members.
Young Professionals Network (YPN)
For those members under 40, YPN gives a unique opportunity to engage in professional development that is tailored to a younger audience. These sessions are held on a quarterly basis, covering topics such as mentoring, successful networking, managing others, and overcoming workplace biases against younger professionals.
Community/Partner Events
The Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber is a connector for the area’s business community. As such, we partner with a variety of organizations to enhance economic vitality. Throughout its history, the Chamber has helped incubate many of Conroe and Montgomery County’s richest traditions, such as the Montgomery County Fair & Rodeo, Leadership Montgomery County, and more. Some of our current partner events include:
Job Fair
The annual Job Fair features jobs in a variety of fields as well as educational opportunities and community resources. The event is free to job seekers. Booths are available to companies and organizations looking for employees. The Chamber partners with the Conroe Economic Development Council, Lone Star College – Conroe Center, Lone Star Convention Center and Workforce Solutions.
Go Texan Parade
The Chamber is a co-sponsor of this annual event that provides scholarships for area youths. Held the Saturday before the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Parade in early February. All proceeds of the parade go toward the scholarships awarded to the students participating each year.
Montgomery County Fair Buyer’s Group
The Chamber organizes a Buyer’s Group each year for the Montgomery County Fair auction this year. Participation in the group is limited to members of the Chamber. Many members may not be able to donated to the auctions because of the high cost of the items auctioned. This is a way for all of our members to participate. Only money donated specifically to the Buyer’s Group will be spent at the Junior Non-Livestock and Livestock Auctions at the Montgomery County Fair.
Next Generation Leadership
Next Generation Leadership (NGL) is an annual leadership program that fosters an interest in community engagement and cultivates individual leadership skills in high school seniors. The Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber and Education for Tomorrow Alliance’s partnership was formed due to the Chamber’s education committee and its dedication to developing programs through partnerships between our region’s educational communities. The monthly sessions have opportunities for businesses and their employees to volunteer their time to be a part of the sessions. Contact the Education for Tomorrow Alliance for additional information.
Stars & Stripes / July 4th Celebration
The Chamber partners with the City of Conroe to celebrate our nation’s Independence Day in downtown Conroe. Events include a street fair, family-friendly games and activities, food trucks, performance by the Conroe Symphony Orchestra, and a dynamic fireworks display. Activities surround Heritage Plaza.
Freedom Fest
Celebrate the nation’s independence with the whole community including a parade, crafters market, kid’s zone, and more. Freedom Fest takes place the 1st Saturday in July, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m., in the City of Montgomery’s Historic District.
Lone Star 1st Saturday
Everything is Homemade, Handmade, and Homegrown! This crafter’s market can be found at the Old Community Center in the heart of the Montgomery Historic District! This takes place on the 1st Saturday of each month
9 a.m.-3 p.m., in the Old Community Center. $25 vendor fee for 10’x10’ spot (+$5 for electric). Vendor application and pictures are required.
Kid-Preneur Day
We are showcasing our youngest entrepreneurs as they join our Lone Star 1st Saturday event at the Old Community Center of Montgomery in the month of June. Shop their crafts and goods and vote on your People’s Choice Favorite! They will join the market from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and our Brand Your Stand Contest winner will be awarded at 1 p.m. Kid-preneur booths are $10 vendor fee for 10′ x 10′ spot ($5 for electric). Application is required.
Monthly Luncheons
The Chamber’s monthly luncheon series present local, state and federal issues that impact the Conroe/Lake Conroe business community. part of that mission includes hosting events for our members and the community with their elected officials and issues of importance. Features include State of the City, State of the County, and other relevant subjects.
Governmental Advocacy
The Chamber views governmental advocacy as central to our mission, not only for the success of our members but for maintaining a vibrant, growing community. The Chamber is a conduit for our members to meet directly with elected officials at the city, county, state and federal levels Events include:
Governmental Advocacy
The Chamber views governmental advocacy as central to our mission, not only for the success of our members but for maintaining a vibrant, growing community. The Chamber is a conduit for our members to meet directly with elected officials at the city, county, state and federal levels Events include:
Montgomery County Day at the Capitol
The Montgomery County Council of Chambers (Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber, The Woodlands Area Chamber, Montgomery Area Chamber, Greater Magnolia Parkway Chamber, Greater East Montgomery County and the Montgomery County Hispanic Chamber) travel to Austin for Montgomery County Day at the Capitol to advocate for the business community. This gives members an up-close view of the legislative process, including individual meetings with elected officials and their staff.
Washington D.C. Fly-In
A small team of Chamber officials and representatives travel to the nation’s capital to better understand the key issues that concern members – from transportation, housing, human services, employment and more.
Montgomery County Day at the Capitol
The Montgomery County Council of Chambers (Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber, The Woodlands Area Chamber, Montgomery Area Chamber, Greater Magnolia Parkway Chamber, Greater East Montgomery County and the Montgomery County Hispanic Chamber) travel to Austin for Montgomery County Day at the Capitol to advocate for the business community. This gives members an up-close view of the legislative process, including individual meetings with elected officials and their staff.
Washington D.C. Fly-In
A small team of Chamber officials and representatives travel to the nation’s capital to better understand the key issues that concern members – from transportation, housing, human services, employment and more.